Wednesday 13 May 2026 | Royal Lancaster London | #MSAwards26
2026 Mortgage Strategy Awards Shortlist Announced
Celebrating the very best in mainstream mortgage and protection excellence.
The Mortgage Strategy Awards in partnership with conveybuddy returns with a new home and renewed focus, shining a spotlight on the businesses and brokers driving the mainstream mortgage and protection markets, including the nation’s leading lenders, advisers, networks and building societies.
We are delighted to announce that the 2026 shortlist has now been revealed, recognising the outstanding organisations and individuals who have demonstrated excellence, innovation and leadership across the industry. Being shortlisted is a significant achievement and reflects the exceptional talent and dedication shaping today’s mortgage and protection landscape.
The winners will be revealed at the Mortgage Strategy Awards ceremony on Wednesday 13 May at the Royal Lancaster London, offering spectacular views over Hyde Park and London’s famous skyline.
Long regarded as the ‘Oscars’ of the mortgage industry, the Awards remain the ultimate mark of achievement for the nation’s leading lenders, advisers, networks and building societies. This year the programme continues to evolve, reflecting the changing shape of the market and the outstanding innovation happening across the core lending landscape.
The ceremony brings together the brightest and most influential figures in the industry for a night of recognition, networking and celebration - an unmissable occasion that defines success in the UK mortgage sector.
Premium table packages are now available to book, with Early Bird rates available until 20 March. With finalists announced and anticipation building, demand for tables is expected to increase.
Secure your table now to guarantee your place at one of the industry’s biggest nights.
Amie Jo Shutt
National Account Manager
Santander for Intermediaries
Andrew Montlake
Managing Director
Coreco
Andy Philo
Director of Strategic Partnerships
Vitality
Ben Williams
Corporate Account Manager
Coventry for Intermediaries
Charles Morley
Director of Mortgage Distribution
Metro Bank
Charlotte Nixon
Head of Strategic Accounts
Aviva
Chris Hill
Head of Sales
Accord Mortgages
Dale Jannels
CEO
OMS
Darren Deacon
Head of Intermediary Sales
Family Building Society
David Baker
Managing Director
Brooks Financial
David Hollingworth
Associate Director
L&C Mortgages
David Mead
Head of Protection
St. James’s Place
Gurpreet Chahal
Regional Sales Manager
Accord Mortgages
Helen Harrison
Head of Intermediary Distribution
Santander
James Briffitt
Head of Intermediary Sales & New Build
Nationwide
James O'Reily
Head of Intermediary Partnerships
Leeds Buiding Society
John Cupis
Managing Director
Dynamo and Next Intelligence
Jonathan Stinton
Head of Intermediary Relationships
Coventry for Intermediaries
Julie Godley
Director, Intermediary
L&G
Kate Fuller
Business Principal
Mortgage Advice Bureau
Liz Syms
CEO
Connect for Intermediaries
Louise Drummond
National Intermediary Distribution Manager
Leeds Buiding Society
Matt Kingston
Sales Director
Nottingham Building Society
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The Mortgage Strategy Awards has long been known as the ‘Oscars of the mortgage industry’, the night where the very best in broking, lending, protection, and innovation are celebrated under one roof. A prestigious platform for recognising excellence, vision, and leadership across the sector.
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